Relationships

A rowing crew with an average age of 67 has found there's no place like being on a boat on the Cuyahoga River every Tuesday night. Read our story to find out why. ...

Stay vigilant as imposter scams continue to rise, including the ever-evolving “grandparent scam." These scams exploit the love and concern grandparents have for their families, especially their grandchildren, and can result in significant financial losses. With the use of artificial intelligence (AI), the voice on the phone can sound nearly identical to a relative, making the scam believable.  ...

As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease tops more than 7 million for the first time, nearly four in five Americans would want to know if they have the disease. They also want treatment, even if it comes with risks, as long as it slows disease progression. ...

An aginig loved one is not sick enough for an extended hospital stay, but not healthy enough to manage on her own. Even with the benefit of financial stability, finding care can be complicated. If money is tight, it can seem impossible. Medicaid may help; here's how to get it. ...

Accepting the effects of aging can be a tough pill to swallow. We think we must hold on tightly to our lifelong identities, or else who will we be? Some people are more willing to accept the hands of time. Others are never going to accept the changing realities of their lifespan. What can we do when a loved one cannnot admit they need help, support and assistance?   ...

If loneliness is the problem, the remedy is to build social resilience, master new skills and relearn others. You read that correctly: re-learning skills includes one we probably never thought of as a skill when we were younger: making friends. ...

Everyone I have ever met does not want to end up in a “nursing home" or lose their autonomy, their independence. Yet, many of us are reluctant or simply refuse to allow support or assistance to potentially stop or delay this from happening. We choose to simply not think about it and let chips fall as they may. ...

Honest conversations about money can help build trust, reduce stress, and set the stage for a secure and successful relationship. Because in love and life, financial harmony matters. ...